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Upstairs, Downstairs

  • 2011-2022
  • 5 Seasons
  • PBS
  • Drama
  • Watchlist

The intertwining lives of the wealthy Bellamy family and its servants in Edwardian England unfold in several editions of this 1970s series, perhaps the most popular and praised to ever air on PBS's 'Masterpiece Theatre.' Created by Jean Marsh (who won an Outstanding Actress Emmy as the downstairs maid Rose) and Eileen Atkins, the series spans the tumultuous first decades of the 20th century and the shifting fortunes of complex and colorful characters, some more privileged than others.

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Upstairs Downstairs: Whither Shall I Wander?
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Awards

  • 1978 - Golden Globe - Best Television Series - Drama - nominated
  • 1977 - Emmy - Outstanding Continuing Performance by a Supporting Actress in a Drama Series - nominated
  • 1977 - Emmy - Outstanding Drama Series - winner
  • 1977 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama - nominated

Cast & Crew See All

Jean Marsh
Rose
Gordon Jackson
Hudson
David Langton
Richard Bellamy

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Mon, Sep 18, 2017

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"This house is going to see such life!" So declares the new mistress (familiar face Keeley Hawes) of Upstairs Downstairs' 165 Eaton Place, blowing out the cobwebs after years of disuse. This address is so iconic to fans of classic British TV, it's a wonder Masterpiece Classic waited until its 40th anniversary to time-warp us back for more sudsy ups and downs in this fabled London estate. (For those devoted to the original, a deluxe new 21-DVD set of the complete '70s series has been issued by Acorn Media.)

Fri, Apr 8, 2011

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Being Human (Saturday, 9/8c, BBC America)So much crisis to contend with in the finale to the excellent third season of the original (and superior) version of the supernatural thriller. Mitchell has committed the ultimate no-no in vampire world — he's been arrested — and given that the episode title is "The Wolf-Shaped Bullet," there's even more desperation in his need to learn how the revived (and now evil again) Herrick survived the sort of werewolf slaughter that has been predicted for Mitchell. Meanwhile, Nina fights for her life after Herrick's slaughter at the B&B and Nina encounters Lia in Purgatory as she seeks to avert the dire prophecy. Elizabeth Taylor Tribute (Sunday, Turner Classic Movies, starts at 6 am/ET)For 24 consecutive hours, TCM celebrates the film legacy of Elizabeth Taylor with...

Thu, Apr 7, 2011

Ask Matt: Good Wife vs. Body of Proof, ABC Soaps, Upstairs Downstairs More!

Send questions to askmatt@tvguidemagazine.com and follow me on Twitter!Question: I would like to know your opinion about the Kalinda/Peter reveal on The Good Wife. My initial reaction was concern for Kalinda's and Alicia's friendship. However, in the past week, I have become intrigued by the potential fallout. Not only will this revelation shake the Florrick family, but after two years into the series, it could impact characters like Kalinda, Will, Cary and Eli in a way that the original scandal never did. Also, while overall viewership remains strong, Wife's 18-49 demo has been rather low this season. New competition from Body of Proof will probably not help the situation. Should fans of The Good Wife be concerned about potential cancellation or at least be prepared for a scheduling change for season three? — RoseMatt Roush: This twist is what we like to call a bona fide bombshell. Couldn't come at a more advantageous time for the show, which thrives on personal and workplace conflict...

Mon, Apr 4, 2011

Forty Years Later, Lesley-Anne Down Looks Back on Upstairs, Downstairs

Upstairs, Downstairs fever is raging once again! Already seen by an audience of one billion in over 70 countries, the landmark British soap opera (1971-75) is coming back in an eagerly awaited PBS sequel April 10, with Jean Marsh still in the role of the deliciously officious Rose. What's more, the original series has just been released on DVD in a fabulous 40th anniversary edition (available at acornonline.com). The collector set includes all five seasons, over 25 hours of never-before-seen features, episode commentaries, cast interviews (both vintage and new) and an alternate ending to the series pilot. TV Guide Magazine spoke with one of the original's greatest stars, Lesley-Anne Down, now best known as the cougarific Jackie M on The Bold and the Beautiful. Back then she played the dazzling Lady Georgina Worsely. And, man, does Down have wild memories of her time at 165 Eaton Place!

Wed, Mar 30, 2011

Trailers & Videos See All

Upstairs Downstairs: All The King's Horses
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Upstairs Downstairs: Laugh A Little Louder Please
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Upstairs Downstairs: A Place In The World
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Upstairs Downstairs: The Glorious Dead
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Upstairs Downstairs: A Perfect Stranger
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Upstairs Downstairs: A Family Secret
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